Kohler, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kohler, Wisconsin
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Location of Kohler in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Sheboygan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.53 sq mi (14.33 km2) |
| • Land | 5.32 sq mi (13.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.22 sq mi (0.56 km2) |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,120 |
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2,059 |
| • Density | 387.18/sq mi (149.48/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-40275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1567601 |
Kohler is a small village in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States. It is located along the Sheboygan River. In 2010, about 2,120 people lived there. Kohler is part of the larger Sheboygan, Wisconsin area.
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History of Kohler Village
Kohler was first known as Riverside. It was founded in 1900 as a special kind of town called a "model company town." This happened when the Kohler Company built a new factory there.
How Kohler Became a Village
In 1912, Riverside officially became the Village of Kohler. Many of the first homes were built between 1917 and 1931. Today, most of these homes are still owned by the people who live in them. The Kohler Company still helps make sure that new parts of homes and businesses look good and fit the village's style.
The Vision for Kohler
In 1900, the Kohler Company moved its factory to this new spot. The company's leader, Walter J. Kohler Sr., wanted to create "a great American city." He imagined a place where people could own their homes in nice surroundings. This would help them have a good family life.
In 1913, Walter J. Kohler Sr. traveled to Europe. He studied communities built around factories and talked with Sir Ebenezer Howard. Howard was famous for planning "garden cities." Kohler's own planning for the village started in 1917. He even hired the Olmsted Brothers, a famous company that designed landscapes.
Kohler's Special Design
In 1931, a newspaper called the New York Times wrote about Kohler Village. They said it was an "ideal" place where factories and community life mixed well. They described it as a busy factory area surrounded by homes with gardens.
Worker Strikes in Kohler
Sometimes, workers at the Kohler Company had disagreements with the company. They went on strike in 1934, from 1954 to 1965, in 1983, and again in 2015. These strikes caused some changes to how the village operated.
Geography of Kohler
Kohler is located in Wisconsin. It covers an area of about 5.63 square miles (14.58 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 5.41 square miles (14.01 square kilometers). The rest is water, about 0.22 square miles (0.57 square kilometers).
Population of Kohler
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 403 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,748 | 333.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,789 | 2.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,716 | −4.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,524 | −11.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,738 | 14.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,651 | −5.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,817 | 10.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,926 | 6.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,120 | 10.1% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 2,059 | −2.9% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 2,120 people living in Kohler. These people lived in 784 households, and 608 of those were families. The village had about 392 people per square mile (151 people per square kilometer).
Most people in Kohler were White (96.0%). A smaller number were Asian (2.5%), African American (0.2%), or from other backgrounds. About 2.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (38.6%) had children under 18 living with them. Most households (68.9%) were married couples. The average household had about 2.7 people, and the average family had about 3.12 people.
The average age in the village was 42 years old. About 30.5% of residents were under 18. About 15% were 65 years old or older. The population was slightly more female (52.8%) than male (47.2%).
Businesses in Kohler
The Kohler Company is the biggest employer in the village. It is a well-known company that makes plumbing products and small engines. The company also has businesses that focus on hotels, homes, and stores. These businesses employ many people in Kohler.
Kohler has two main shopping areas:
- The Shops at Woodlake Kohler, located just north of the village center.
- Deertrace, found on the far southeast side of the village.
In July 2022, a new hospital called Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan County opened in Kohler. This hospital replaced an older one. It is located on Union Avenue.
Notable People from Kohler
Many interesting people have connections to Kohler:
- Jake Dickert – a football coach.
- Walter Ireland – a businessman and a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.
- David Kohler – the current president and CEO of the Kohler Company.
- Herbert Kohler, Jr. – an important industrialist.
- John Michael Kohler – the person who founded the Kohler Company.
- Walter J. Kohler, Sr. – a politician and industrialist, who was the 26th Governor of Wisconsin.
- Walter J. Kohler, Jr. – also a politician and industrialist, who was the 33rd Governor of Wisconsin.
- David Leitch – a Hollywood stuntman and film director.
- Joe Wolf – a retired NBA basketball player.
Images for kids
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Kohler Company Main Office
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Blackwolf Run Club House
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Blackwolf Run
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Whistling Straits
See also
In Spanish: Kohler (Wisconsin) para niños
